Media Specialist - Office of Admissions

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks a Media Specialist in the Office of Admissions to craft compelling multimedia content for recruitment campaigns.

You will shoot and edit photos and videos, design graphics, and manage digital assets to support undergraduate enrollment messaging and campus events.

Collaborating with communications, marketing, and recruitment staff, you’ll ensure materials meet brand standards and accessibility guidelines across platforms.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree may be substituted with equivalent experience, or more advanced education.
• Experience creating multimedia content for recruitment campaigns is preferred.
• Proficiency with photo/video editing software and digital asset management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, produce, and coordinate visual and multimedia content for Admissions communications.
• Plan and execute photography and video projects to support undergraduate recruitment and enrollment initiatives.
• Create graphics for digital and print materials and ensure brand alignment.
• Organize and maintain digital assets and equipment; manage production tools and workflow.
• Collaborate with communications and marketing staff to ensure accessibility and consistency across channels.

Skills

Photography

Video editing

Graphic design

Multimedia production

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Media Specialist - Office of Admissions

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63548

Department

Office of Admissions

Responsibilities

• The Office of Admissions is a unit within the Division of Enrollment Management, which is comprised of four distinct units: Office of Admissions, Office of the University Registrar, Office of Financial Aid, and Technology Operations. Enrollment Management’s integrated services provide distinctive support throughout the student's development and progression in their academic experience – from recruitment through commencement. Through collaboration, communication, and commitment, all units within Enrollment Management achieve the highest level of student-centered service to current and prospective students and families and to campus partners across the University.
• Responsible for the planning, production, and coordination of visual and multimedia content that supports the communications, marketing, recruitment, and enrollment efforts of the Office of Admissions.
• Plans and executes photography and video projects supporting undergraduate recruitment and enrollment initiatives. Captures professional photography and video of students, campus environments, events, programs, facilities, and other subjects for use across Admissions communication channels. Coordinates production needs including locations, schedules, shot lists, equipment, lighting, audio, and other technical requirements. Produces and edits short-form and long-form video content for social media, websites, digital communications, recruitment campaigns, presentations, events, and other Admissions initiatives. Performs post-production activities including footage selection, sequencing, audio editing, color correction, graphics, captions, transitions, and other visual or audio enhancements. Adapts multimedia content for multiple platforms, dimensions, formats, and audiences.
• Creates graphics and other visual assets for digital and print communications supporting recruitment and enrollment initiatives. Assists with the design and production of Admissions publications and promotional materials as needed. Collaborates with communications, social media, marketing, and publications staff to ensure visual materials align with established campaign goals, messaging, timelines, and University brand standards. Collaborates with senior leadership within the Office of Admissions to identify visual storytelling opportunities and develop creative content supporting recruitment campaigns and programs. Provides professional photography, video, graphic design, and multimedia production support for Admissions events, student programs, campus visit initiatives, admitted student communications, and other departmental priorities. May proofread or edit manuscripts as needed.
• Organizes and maintains digital photography, video, graphic, and multimedia assets to ensure files are appropriately labeled, stored, accessible, and available for future use. Maintains photography, video, audio, lighting, and related production equipment. Assists with identifying equipment, software, and production needs and recommends appropriate tools or resources to support multimedia production. Researches and maintains knowledge of current trends, technologies, tools, and best practices related to photography, videography, video editing, graphic design, visual storytelling, and digital media production. Ensures visual and multimedia materials adhere to applicable University brand, accessibility, copyright, and digital communication standards.
• Responsible for the confidential files of prospective students and applicants to the University and adequate safekeeping of this information. Responsible for ensuring the rules of confidentiality requirements are adhered to by staff. Assists other sections during peak times in support of the goals of the Office of Admissions.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Preferred Qualifications

• We seek enthusiastic candidates who are detail-oriented, and who work well independently as well as in a team.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook or comparable software.
• Ability to prioritize and organize multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Experience implementing integrated marketing and communications plans.
• Experience in supervising others and/or team leadership.
• Candidates should have the ability to review, analyze, formulate, and organize data and information and follow through on assignments.
• Applicants should be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Candidates with a strong sense of initiative and the demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities concurrently are preferred.
• The ability to make sound judgments while working in a deadline-driven environment is essential.
• Candidates must attach resume to be considered for this position.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

Starting at $44,056.80, commensurate with education and experience.

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.